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CVE-2007-1734

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CVE-2007-1734 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The DCCP support in the do_dccp_getsockopt function in net/dccp/proto.c in Linux kernel 2.6.20 and later does not verify the upper bounds of the optlen value, which allows local users running on certain architectures to read kernel memory or cause a denial of service (oops), a related issue to CVE-2007-1730.. EPSS estimates a 0.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The DCCP support in the do_dccp_getsockopt function in net/dccp/proto.c in Linux kernel 2.6.20 and later does not verify the upper bounds of the optlen value, which allows local users running on certain architectures to read kernel memory or cause a denial of service (oops), a related issue to CVE-2007-1730.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.73%

49.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.20
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.20.1
LinuxLinux Kernel2.6.20.2

References

Timeline

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Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2007-1734?
The DCCP support in the do_dccp_getsockopt function in net/dccp/proto.c in Linux kernel 2.6.20 and later does not verify the upper bounds of the optlen value, which allows local users running on certain architectures to read kernel memory or cause a denial of service (oops), a related issue to CVE-2007-1730.
How severe is CVE-2007-1734?
Severity scoring for CVE-2007-1734 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1734?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST